Overview
The Snowflake Moray Eel (Echidna nebulosa) is a intermediate saltwater species known for its white, brown-black snowflake pattern coloration. Hardy eel. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Indo-Pacific.
Colors: White, Brown-Black snowflake pattern.
Body Shape: Filiform (eel-like/snake). Typical adult dimensions: 75.0 x 4.5 x 4.5.
Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 79 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–81°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | dKH 8-12 |
| Bioload | very-high |
| Oxygen Demand | high |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Head-from-cave ambush; body coils inside rockwork; emerges at night to hunt crustaceans; snake-like reef threading
Speed: 35/100Aggression: 5/10nocturnal
Breeding
Difficult; not bred in home aquaria
Common Diseases
💊 Hardy💊 escape artist
Expert Notes
Hardy eel; may eat small fish and inverts